Established Camping
Stove Prairie
Stove Prairie, near Larimer, Colorado, is a charming campground that offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for a weekend escape. With tent and RV sites nestled close to the Cache La Poudre River, you can enjoy the soothing sounds of flowing water while soaking in the stunning natural beauty around you.
The campground is known for its clean facilities, including well-maintained pit toilets and trash disposal options, which campers appreciate. Many visitors have highlighted the picturesque views, especially during sunrise and sunset, making it a great spot for photography or simply unwinding with a cup of coffee by the river. One camper noted, “Had a beautiful spot on the river to fish and swim or just relax.”
While the campground is conveniently located near the highway, some campers have mentioned that the noise can be noticeable, especially from certain sites. However, the proximity to outdoor activities like fishing, tubing, and hiking in nearby state parks adds to its appeal. If you’re looking for a place to kick back and enjoy nature, Stove Prairie is a solid choice.
Description
Overview
Stove Prairie Campground is located on the Cache la Poudre River, 26 miles northwest of Fort Collins, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its great rafting, fishing and hiking opportunities.
Recreation
The Cache la Poudre River offers whitewater rafting and fishing. Anglers cast for brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout. Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are in the surrounding area, including the Mt. McConnel Trail, William R. Kreutzer National Recreation Trail and Young Gulch Trail. Other popular activities include birding and wildlife viewing.
Facilities
The campground offers eight accessible, single-family campsites. Four sites are walk-to tent sites. Each site is equipped with a 12-by-15 tent pad, table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets are provided. Dead and downed firewood may be gathered in the surrounding forest, or purchased from the campground host.
Natural Features
The canyon's vegetation varies from dense forests to open meadows, surrounded by steep mountains. The campground is situated among ponderosa pine and aspen trees on the banks of the Cache la Poudre River, Colorado's first National Wild and Scenic River.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
Charges & Cancellations
Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.
Location
Stove Prairie is located in Colorado
Directions
From Fort Collins, take Highway 14 northwest for 26 miles, to the campground.
Coordinates
40.6833861 N
105.3966472 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Drive Time
- 39 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 4 min from Greeley, CO
- 1 hr 9 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 1 hr 23 min from Boulder, CO
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
